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title: "Provision of External Support Resources for MOD"
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# Provision of External Support Resources for MOD

Buyer: DEFENCE BUSINESS SERVICE (DBS) : MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d8c2cce-f7bf-40e4-80f2-bdec64733dc2

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## Summary

The Defence Business Services (DBS) within the Ministry of Defence has completed a procurement process titled "Provision of External Support Resources for MOD." This procurement falls under the technical assistance services category and pertains to providing external support for configuring KOFAX scanners for new Windows 7 workstations. The procurement method used was selective, with the tender period ending on 15th October 2018, and the contract period commenced on 1st November 2018, lasting until 7th December 2018. The total value of the contract was £22,500 and the delivery address was located in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs involved in technical assistance and IT services, particularly those with expertise in scanner configurations and support for government applications. Businesses that specialize in technology solutions and have the capability to provide prompt, skilled support services are well-suited to compete in future tenders of this nature. Engaging with contracts like this can enhance visibility and establish long-term partnerships with government entities, which could lead to further contracts and business growth.

## Notice

DBS (Defence Business Services) part of the MOD required the provision of external support for a fixed period for the configuration of the KOFAX scanners for use on new Windows 7 workstations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23e5c6b6-51a1-48bc-b61d-733757fbb5df |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2018 - 7 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £22,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £22,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE BUSINESS SERVICE (DBS) : MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOFTWARE BOX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356200 - Technical assistance services

## Release History

- 28 Nov 2018 at 08:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23e5c6b6-51a1-48bc-b61d-733757fbb5df

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23e5c6b6-51a1-48bc-b61d-733757fbb5df
  28th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ab6981ab-5dc0-4972-9192-5ad7304fb87f
  CCIS18A81 Redacted Contract

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